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The Brain and Subjective Experience

A common statement in popular science is that 'a thought is nothing more than the firing of neurons.' Based on the psychological challenge of understanding the relationship between internal biological processes and subjective experience, critically evaluate this statement. In your response, explain why this statement might be considered an oversimplification.

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